Dallas Cowboys QB Brandon Weeden has been the most improved player for the Cowboys this offseason, according to quarterbacks coach Wade Wilson. "He has a great understanding of the concepts, of the protections, calling the plays, all those things," Wilson said. "He's made a big jump this year."

Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo (back) missed his third straight day of practice Friday, Oct. 31, and he'll have to be able to move better before being allowed to play in Week 9 against the Arizona Cardinals. Head coach Jason Garrett said the team doesn't need to know before Sunday, Nov. 2, if Romo can play. Romo has had treatment on his back all week, but he hasn't done any football activities. QB Brandon Weeden would receive the start if Romo can't play.

Fantasy Tip: An entire week of missed practice typically doesn't bode well for a player's status on Sunday. Romo ($7,300; 14.6% of cap) is a big risk at FantasyScore, even if he suits up against the Cardinals. You can ignore Weeden if he plays.

Fantasy Tip: Romo could be a game-time decision for Week 9, so owners should track his situation during the week. Romo costs $7,300 on FantasyScore, but owners may want to use their money on a healthier option. Weeden would get the start if Romo is not able to play and would be a desperation sleeper option for owners.

Dallas Cowboys QB Brandon Weeden is working on learning the team's offense and getting better, and is not concerned with the situation surrounding QB Kyle Orton. "I'm going to go about my business the same way regardless. I haven't met Kyle, so I can't really speak on it, but whatever he decides to do – it's kind of out of my control," Weeden said. "So what I'm worried about is, if I'm running with the twos out there, do my job to make the twos better. I want to make the team better any way I can, so it doesn't change my mindset or the way I feel about it."

Dallas Cowboys QB Brandon Weeden is taking first-team repetitions in the offense at minicamp Tuesday, June 17, with QB Tony Romo (back) recovering from offseason back surgery and QB Kyle Orton absent while contemplating retirement. Weeden is being given the chance to learn the team's offense, and quarterbacks coach Wade Wilson said the team is comfortable with Weeden serving as the backup. Head coach Jason Garrett has been very impressed with Weeden this offseason.

Fantasy Tip: Weeden looks like he'll be the team's backup behind Romo if Orton calls it quits this offseason. Unless Romo is injured in-season, Weeden shouldn't be on fantasy rosters.